The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), through its Environmental Management Bureau (EMB), has scheduled a public scoping on May 11, 2026 for a proposed P800-million iron mining project in Piddig, Ilocos Norte.
Property developer Arthaland Corp. said it has not delayed any of its project launches despite rising construction costs, as it had already secured prices for some materials in advance.
Philippine government bonds will be included for the first time in the J.P. Morgan Government Bond Index–Emerging Markets starting January 29 next year. The index is widely used by global investors to track bond markets in developing countries.
The Philippines’ Climate Change Expenditure Tagging (CCET) system is emerging as a regional benchmark as Southeast Asian governments move to treat climate risks as fiscal shocks and hardwire resilience into national budgets.
McDonald’s Philippines is bringing back a menu favorite—with a plot twist. Starting May 1, the much-loved Twister Fries return to menus nationwide, this time paired with a new digital campaign aptly titled “Your Daily Plot Twist.”
Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. has firmly opposed plans to auction thousands of metric tons of seized Vietnamese rice, warning the move could let those behind its illegal entry earn from the shipment.
Cebu Pacific has become the first airline to use bridge-mounted equipment or BME at Clark International Airport, a new system that will lower fuel consumption and reduce emissions during ground operations.
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has issued a public advisory warning against fraudsters falsely presenting themselves as BSP officials or employees. Scammers may send letters, emails, or text messages asking people to deposit or transfer money, claiming the payment is needed to release, recover, or restore funds, or even for charitable causes. Some also show fake BSP identification cards complete with names, photos, and forged signatures to appear credible.
JTI Philippines has appointed Alan Jackson as general manager, tapping his international leadership experience as the tobacco company seeks to expand its portfolio, strengthen operations and address illicit trade in the local market.